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Buy the Manchego Reserve (Extra Aged) on http://www.igourmet.com

(based on 8 ratings)

Located in: Cheese, Spain

This special Manchego is aged for over 12 months, giving it a sharper, nuttier flavor and a firmer, more brittle texture than its younger namesake. It is produced in Central Spain's La Mancha region; a territory known for its fierce winds, violent temperature swings, and desert-like aridity. Manchego Reserve is made using traditional methods under strict quality guidelines. We especially love this cheese served with Rioja wine and fresh fruit.

Made from pasteurized sheep's milk.
Photo depicts whole 7 lb. form of cheese.
We cut and wrap this item by the 1/2 pound.
Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.

More information for the Manchego Reserve (Extra Aged)

Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.4 stars

(based on 8 reviews)

88% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Creamy(3), Firm(7), Flavorful(4)

Best Uses:

After dinner(3), Hors d'oeuvre(6)

Describe Yourself:

Foodie(6), Health conscious(3)

This is a great product

By BIG JOHN

from Luther, Oklahoma on 2/12/2009

Gift:

Pros:

Complex, Firm, Nutty

Cons:

none

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, WITH GALA APPLES

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego Reserve (Extra Aged):

I like to take thin slices with thin slices of gala apple on a wheat thin cracker and a glass of Schramsburg Sparkling wines. Cuvee de pinot

A Mouthful

By Shireen from Yorktown Hts

from yorktown hts,ny on 12/7/2008

Gift:

Pros:

Complex, Firm, Flavorful, Nutty

Cons:

Salty

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Cheese-a-holic

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego Reserve (Extra Aged):

I have had Manchego before-sometimes its good & othertimes it is ok-with the strong sheep milk taste coming thru.However,this product from igourmet was very good-it retained its strong,firm taste,but without the overpowering sheep milk nuances.

awesome cheese

By jade from Las Cruces, NM on 5/14/2008

Pros:

Firm

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, With Wine

Describe Yourself:

Health Conscious, Wine with cheeze lover

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego Reserve (Extra Aged):

I am a big fan of 'regular' Manchego, and the reserve didn't dissapoint. A bit stronger but not overpowering. I'll buy it again.

Transported back to Spain in one bite!

By pattikakes

from Eastampton NJ on 1/8/2008

Pros:

Creamy, Firm, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Amateur cook, Foodie, Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego Reserve (Extra Aged):

I first tasted Manchego Cheese in Spain 14 months ago. It was love at first bite! The wedge I brought home barely made it past the 24 hour mark from the time I arrived back in the States. All of my family has also fallen in love with it - especially the Manchego from I Gourmet. It tastes like it came directly from Spain, not the local grocery store.

Dull as dishwater

By Yvette the Cheese Head

from Annapolis, MD on 12/18/2007

Pros:

None

Cons:

Bitter, lacks flavor

Best Uses:

none

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego Reserve (Extra Aged):

I _love_ Manchego. So it was very disappointing to get this cheese. It not only lacks flavor - it also had a very off, bitter finish. Very disappointing.

A real find

By Caro

from Lake Mary, FL on 11/4/2007

Pros:

Firm

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego Reserve (Extra Aged):

[...] featured many cheeses at the EPCOT food and wine extravaganza in Orlando last month. In the midst of sea of fine wine and food pairings, I ended up going back again and again for just one more bite of this fine cheese. Fabulous with a little fruit jam. Too good to mess with cooking--just eat it as is. Yum!

Mucho Delicioso!!!!

By pattikakes from Eastampton NJ on 6/20/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Firm, Flavorful, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego Reserve (Extra Aged):

I first ate Machego Cheese in Spain last fall. The wheel I brought back with me barely lasted 24 hours after I returned home. Everyone in my family loved it! In the six months since I've returned from Spain, I've bought 2-2 pound packages [...] and it virtually disappears as fast as I put it out for my guests.

FABULOUS ! SPAINS BEST CHEESE

By Cheez Wiz from Miami,FL on 6/13/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Firm, Flavorful, Rich

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Foodie, Frequent Diner, Health Conscious, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manchego Reserve (Extra Aged):

I bought a bunch of different cheeses, for my wine and cheese party, and out of all of them, everyone finished off and went for this manchego. this cheese, needs no introduction.

Customer Reviews about the Manchego Reserve (Extra Aged) at igourmet